cosmetic

Definition of Cosmetic in English :

see synonyms of cosmetic

Noun

1. cosmetic

a toiletry designed to beautify the body

Adjective

2. cosmetic, decorative, ornamental

serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose

Example Sentences:
'cosmetic fenders on cars'
'the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative'

3. cosmetic, enhancive

serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body

Example Sentences:
'cosmetic surgery'
'enhansive makeup'

enhancive

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Cosmetic

see synonyms of cosmetic

noun

1.

any preparation applied to the body, esp the face, with the intention of beautifying it

adjective

2.

serving or designed to beautify the body, esp the face

3.

having no other function than to beautify

cosmetic illustrations in a book

4. derogatory

designed to cover up a greater flaw or deficiency; superficial

their resignation is a cosmetic exercise

Cosmetic

see synonyms of cosmetic

adjective

1.

beautifying or designed to beautify the complexion, hair, etc.

2.

for improving the appearance by the removal or correction of blemishes or deformities, esp. of the face

3.

of or for improving the appearance without making any basic changes, as to conceal defects, make more acceptable, etc.; also, superficial

noun

4.

any cosmetic preparation for the skin, hair, etc., as blusher and powder

5.

anything cosmetic

often used in pl.

Cosmetic

see synonyms of cosmetic

n.

1. A preparation, such as powder or a skin cream, designed to beautify the body by direct application.

2. Something superficial that is used to cover a deficiency or defect.

adj.

1. Serving to beautify the body, especially the face and hair.

2. Serving to modify or improve the appearance of a bodily feature, defect, or irregularity: cosmetic therapy.

3.

a. Decorative rather than functional: cosmetic fenders on cars.

b. Lacking depth or significance; superficial: made a few cosmetic changes when she took over the company.

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